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Sidley Represents Matthews International in Agreement With Barington Capital
January 16, 2026
Sidley represented Matthews International Corporation (Nasdaq: MATW) in its agreement with Barington Capital and certain of its affiliates.
Pursuant to the agreement, Barington withdrew its previously submitted director nominations and agreed to standstill provisions and certain other restrictions until the 2028 annual meeting.
Sidley’s team was led by Kai Liekefett, co-leader of the firm’s Public Company Advisory and Shareholder Activism and Corporate Defense practices, and David Grubman, co-leader of the firm’s global M&A practice. The associate team was led by senior managing associate Eric Goodwin.
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